Must offer Jumu`ah (Friday) Prayer

Q: What is the ruling on women performing Jumu‘ah (Friday) Prayer? Should they offer it before, after, or with the men?

A: Jumu‘ah Prayer is not obligatory for women. However, if a woman performs the Jumu‘ah Prayer behind an Imam (person who leads the congregational Prayer), her Salah (Prayer) is valid. If she performs it at home, she must perform it as Zhuhr (Noon) Prayer, i.e., four Rak‘ahs (units of Prayer), after the beginning of its due time, i.e., after Zawal (midday). It is not permissible for her to perform Jumu‘ah Prayer at home, according to what was mentioned previously.May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.